Panasonic RXD50EB Owner's manual

Brand: Panasonic

Model: RXD50EB

Category: Home audio sets

Type: Owner's manual

Panasonic RXD50EB Portable Stereo CD System combines the latest audio technology to provide you with an immersive listening experience. The system boasts an array of features to suit your entertainment needs.

Listen to your favorite CDs with crystal-clear sound, and enjoy your music library on the go. The built-in FM/AM radio tuner allows you to stay updated with the latest news, music, and sports broadcasts. The cassette tape player adds a touch of nostalgia, letting you relive your old recordings or create new ones.

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Operating Instructions

Portable Stereo CD System

Model No. RX-D50

Operations in these instructions are described mainly using the remote control, but you can perform the operations

on the main unit if the controls are the same.

Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated.

Note:

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

Dear Customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions thoroughly before connecting,

operating or adjusting this product.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied

accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when

asking for replacement parts. (As of January 2010)

1 x AC mains lead

(K2CZ3YY00005)

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYA000009)

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Inside of product

(Back of product)

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS

RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR

PRODUCT DAMAGE,

• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO

OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,

SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE

ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A

BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER

CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL

VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE

THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO

NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION

OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,

CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH

AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY

FRIENDLY MANNER.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and

easily accessible.

The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily

operable.

To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains,

disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

This product may receive radio interference caused by

mobile telephones during use. If such interference is

apparent, please increase separation between the product

and the mobile telephone.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE

CLIMATES.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old

Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/

or accompanying documents mean that used

electrical and electronic products and batteries

should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of

old products and used batteries, please take them

to applicable collection points, in accordance

with your national legislation and the Directives

2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries

correctly, you will help to save valuable resources

and prevent any potential negative effects on

human health and the environment which could

otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling

of old products and batteries, please contact your

local municipality, your waste disposal service or

the point of sale where you purchased the items.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal

of this waste, in accordance with national

legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic

equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier

for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries

outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European

Union. If you wish to discard these items, please

contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for

the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two

symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a

chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the

requirement set by the Directive for the chemical

involved.

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Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852

• For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

www.panasonic.co.uk

• E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• For customers: 0844 844 3856

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product

with ease and conﬁ dence by phoning our Customer Care

Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm,

Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering

application at www.pas-europe.com.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are

provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for

a wide range of ﬁ nished products, take a browse on our

website for further details.

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For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug

for your safety and convenience.

A 5-ampere fuse is ﬁ tted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that

the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is

approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

or the BSI mark on the body of

the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure

that it is reﬁ tted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a

replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local

dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUI T ABLE FOR

THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE

SHOULD BE RE MOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND

DIS POSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRI CAL

SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS IN SERTED INTO ANY

13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be ﬁ tted please observe the wiring code as

stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor dance with

the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured

markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as

follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the

terminal which is marked with the letter N or col oured Black or

Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the

terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or

Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE

EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER

E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL

OR COLOURED GREEN OR

GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC

mains plug (ﬁ gures A and B). Conﬁ rm the AC mains plug ﬁ tted

and follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Fuse (5 ampere)

Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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Safety precautions

• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not

leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long

time with the doors and windows closed as this may deform

the cabinet.

• Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC mains

lead, as they may result in possible ﬁ re or electric shock

hazard. Also, excessive bending, pulling or splicing of the

lead should be avoided.

• Do not unplug the AC mains lead by pulling on the lead. To

do so may cause premature failure or shock hazard.

• Do not operate this unit in a bathroom, as a potential shock

hazard may result.

• When not in use, disconnect the AC mains lead from the

household mains socket.

Table of contents

Caution for AC Mains Lead ............................ 3

Safety precautions ......................................... 4

Use of batteries ............................................... 4

Power sources ................................................ 4

Overview of controls ...................................... 5

Discs ................................................................ 6

Using the FM/AM radio ................................... 7

Cassette tape – Play and record ................... 8

Using the clock and timers ............................ 9

Using sound effects ..................................... 10

Using other optional equipments ............... 10

Troubleshooting guide ................................. 11

Maintenance .................................................. 11

Speciﬁ cations ................................Back cover

Power sources

Using the household mains socketUsing the household mains socket

AC mains lead

(included)

To household

mains socket

Connect the AC mains lead ﬁ rmly to the unit and the household

mains socket.

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Note

• The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do

not use it with other equipment.

• The unit is in the standby condition when the AC power

supply cord is connected. The primary circuit is always “live”

as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

Using batteries (not included)Using batteries (not included)

567

Inner row

Outer row

Press towards while inserting

the battery.

• The unit cannot be powered by batteries if the AC mains lead

is connected. Disconnect the AC mains lead from the unit to

operate on battery power.

• The remote control cannot turn the unit on when batteries

are used.

• Use only alkaline batteries.

When to change the batteries

When the battery indicator begins ﬂ ashing, replace all 8 of

the batteries. It is also a good idea to replace all the batteries

before recording.

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Note

Before any function starts, the battery indicator may ﬂ ash

although the batteries are not drained. The indicator will display

its current status when the unit is powered from the household

mains socket by using the AC mains lead.

Memory back-up

When the power supply is interrupted, the current time, timer

settings and radio stations you have set are saved if you have

inserted back-up batteries (not included).

These batteries do not power the unit.

Inner row

Outer row

When to change the batteries

The batteries last about a year.

Connect the unit to AC power before replacing the batteries.

Before connecting or disconnecting the AC mains lead, press

[8/x, STOP/EJECT] to stop the tape and press [TAPE/OFF]

to turn the unit off. The back-up batteries ware out faster if the

cord is disconnected with the power still on.

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Note

Use either alkaline or manganese batteries.

Use of batteries

• If this unit is not used for a long period of time or is used

only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries

to prevent potential damage due to possible battery

leakage.

• Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote

control.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.

• Do not take apart or short circuit the batteries.

• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

• Do not heat or expose to ﬂ ame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed

to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and

windows closed.

• Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage,

which may cause a ﬁ re.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type

recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used

batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Overview of controls

Buttons with the labelled numbers for the main unit and remote control meant that they activate the same function.

Headphone jack (PHONES)

Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo

(not included)

• Avoid listening for prolonged

periods of time to prevent

hearing damage.

• Excessive sound pressure

from earphones and

headphones can cause

hearing loss.

PHONES

A Tape mode /standby switch

Unit will be in standby mode.

B Play mode function

C Numeric selection

D Program delete function

E Program function

F Tuner (FM/AM) selection

G Disc play or pause

H EQ OFF selection

I RE-MASTER selection

J Preset EQ selection

K BASS selection

L Track information display function

M Tuning mode selection

N MONO selection for FM mode

O Play timer setting

P Clock or timer setting

Q Sleep timer setting

R Auto off function

Select either “ON” or “OFF”.

This auto off function allows you to turn off the unit in disc

mode only after left unused for 10 minutes.

• Press the button to activate the function.

• Press the button again to cancel.

• The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off.

S Volume control

T Muting function

• Press the button to activate the function.

• Press the button again or adjust the volume to cancel.

U Repeat function

V Program clear

W Stop disc playback

X Music port selection

Y Track skip or search, check program content, preset

channel selection, tuning function, time adjustment,

bass or treble adjustment

Remote control: [2/3] or [5/6]

Main unit: [–/2] or [6/+]

Z Sound virtualizer function

a TREBLE selection

b Disc play [OK], Conﬁ rm selection [OK],

Album selection [R/T], [Y/U] have the exact same

functions as those of [2/3] or [5/6]

c Input level selection

d Manual preset selection

e Auto preset selection

f Cassette play operations

Cassette deck

h Display panel

i Music port jack

j Speakers

These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not

place them near televisions, personal computers or other

devices easily inﬂ uenced by magnetism.

k Disc tray

l Disc tray open or close

m Sound equalizer (EQ) selection

n Remote control signal sensor

Battery installation for remote control

Insert the batteries (not included)

observing the correct polarities

(+, –).

Aim at the remote control signal

sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a

maximum range of 7 m directly in

front of the unit.

R6/LR6, AA

To save power, the unit cannot be turned on from the remote control when batteries are used.

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Discs

Basic playBasic play

1 Press [x, CD OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and

then load the disc with the label facing up.

2 Press [x, CD OPEN/CLOSE] again to close.

3 Press [4/9, CD] to start play.

Stop

playback

Press [8] (stop) during play.

Pause play

Press [4/9, CD] during play.

Press again to resume play.

Skip tracks

Press [2/3] or [5/6] (main unit:

[–/2] or [6/+]).

During RANDOM or 1-ALBUM RANDOM

play, you cannot skip to tracks that have been

played.

through

tracks

Press and hold [2/3] or [5/6]

(main unit: [–/2] or [6/+]) during play or

pause.

• During program play (Z see right), or

random play (Z see below, “Play Mode

function”), you can search only within the

track.

Skip album

Press [R/T, ALBUM] in the play mode.

Press [R/T, ALBUM] once and then the

numeric buttons in the stop mode.

Play Mode function

Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.

1-TRACK

Play one selected track on the disc.

Press the numeric buttons to select the track.

1-ALBUM

ALBUM

Play one selected album on the disc.

Press [R/T, ALBUM] to select the album.

RANDOM

RND

Play a disc randomly.

1-ALBUM

RANDOM

ALBUM

RND

Play all tracks in one selected album randomly.

Press [R/T, ALBUM] to select the album.

Checking the track information

You can view the information of the current track from the

display panel.

Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause.

Elapsed play time

Remaining play time

✒

Note

• This unit supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags.

• ID3 is a tag embedded in MP3 track to provide information

about the track.

• Titles containing text data that the unit does not support may

be differently displayed.

• Display for MP3 shows only “Elapsed play time”.

Advanced playAdvanced play

Repeat play

You can repeat program play or other selected play mode.

To activate

Press [REPEAT].

“

” is displayed.

To cancel

Press [REPEAT] again.

“

” is cleared.

Program play

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

1 Press [4/9, CD] and then [8 ] (stop).

2 Press [PROGRAM].

“PGM” is displayed.

3 Press the numeric buttons to select your desired track.

Repeat this step to program other tracks.

4 Press [4/9, CD] to start play.

1 Press [4/9, CD] and then [8 ] (stop).

2 Press [PROGRAM].

“PGM” is displayed.

3 Press [R/T, ALBUM] to select your desired album.

4 Press [5/6] once and then the numeric buttons to

select your desired track.

5 Press [OK].

Repeat steps 3 to 5 to program other tracks.

6 Press [4/9, CD] to start play.

For two-digit track, press [

10] once then the two digits.

For three-digit track (MP3 only), press [

10] twice then the

three digits.

Cancel

program mode

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Replay the

program

Press [PROGRAM] then [4/9, CD] in the

stop mode.

Check program

contents

Press [2/3] or [5/6] (main unit:

[–/2] or [6/+]) when “PGM” is

displayed in the stop mode.

To check while programming, press

[PROGRAM] twice after “PGM” appears,

then press [2/3] or [5/6].

Add to the

program

Repeat step 3 in the stop mode.

Repeat steps 3 to 5 in the stop mode.

Clear the last

track

Press [DEL] in the stop mode.

Clear all

programmed

tracks

Press [CLEAR] in the stop mode.

“CLEAR” is displayed.

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Note

• When you try to program more than 24 tracks, “FULL”

appears.

• The program memory is cleared when you open the disc tray.

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✒

NOTE about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet

the technical speciﬁ cations of the Compact Disc Digital

Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible.

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NOTE on MP3

• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as

albums.

• This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20

sessions.

• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for

extended formats).

• To play in a certain order, preﬁ x the folder and ﬁ le names

with 3-digits numbers in the order you want to play them.

Limitations on MP3 play

• If you have recorded MP3 on the same disc as CD-DA,

only the format recorded in the ﬁ rst session can be played.

• Some MP3s may not be played due to the condition of the

disc or recording.

• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you

recorded them.

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NOTE on CDs

Choose discs with this mark:

• This unit can access up to 99 tracks.

• This unit can play MP3 ﬁ les and CD-DA format audio

CD-R/RW that have been ﬁ nalised.

• It may not be able to play some CD-R/RW due to the

condition of the recording.

• Do not use irregularly shaped disc.

• Do not use disc with labels and stickers that are coming off

or with adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers.

• Do not attach extra labels or stickers on the disc.

• Do not write anything on the disc.

Using the FM/AM radio

Manual tuningManual tuning

1 Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2 If “PGM” is displayed, press [TUNE MODE] to clear it.

3 Press [2/3] or [5/6] (main unit: [–/2] or

[6/+]) to select the frequency of the required station.

To tune automatically

Press and hold [2/3] or [5/6] until the frequency

starts changing rapidly. The unit begins auto tuning,

stopping when it ﬁ nds a station.

• Auto tuning may not function when there is excessive

interference.

• To cancel auto tuning, press [2/3] or [5/6]

once again.

To improve reception

FM: Extend the whip antenna and adjust its direction.

AM: Adjust the position of the unit.

To improve FM sound quality

When “FM” is selected

Press [FM MODE] to display “MONO”.

To cancel

Press [FM MODE] again.

• MONO is also cancelled if the frequency is changed.

• Turn off “MONO” for normal listening.

Memory presetMemory preset

Up to 16 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.

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Preparation

Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Automatic presetting

Press [AUTO PRESET] to start presetting.

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the

channels in ascending order. When ﬁ nished, the last station

memorised is tuned in.

Manual presetting

1 Press [MANUAL PRESET].

“PGM” is displayed.

2 Within 10 seconds or so

Press [2/3] or [5/6] to tune to the required

station.

3 Press [MANUAL PRESET].

4 Press the numeric buttons to select a channel.

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station

is preset to that channel.

5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to preset more stations.

Selecting a preset station

Press the numeric buttons to select a channel.

For channels 10 to 16 press [ 10], then the two digits.

1 Press [TUNE MODE] to display “PGM”.

2 Press [2/3] or [5/6] (main unit: [–/2] or

[6/+]) to select the channel.

Preset channel

AM allocation settingAM allocation setting

By main unit only

This system can also receive AM broadcasts allocated in

10 kHz steps.

To change the step from 9 kHz to 10 kHz

1 Press and hold [FM/AM].

After a few seconds the display changes to a ﬂ ashing

display of the current minimum frequency.

2 Continue to hold down [FM/AM].

• When the minimum frequency changes, release the

button. To return to the original step, repeat the above

steps.

• After the setting is changed, any previously preset

frequency will be cleared.

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Cassette tape – Play and record

Basic playBasic play

Use normal position tapes.

High position and metal position tapes can be played, but

the unit will not be able to identify the characteristics of these

tapes.

1 Press [TAPE/OFF].

2 Open the cassette operation buttons’ lid.

3 Press [8/x, STOP/EJECT] and insert the cassette.

Insert with the side to be played facing up and the exposed

tape facing towards you. Close the deck by hand.

4 Press [4, PLAY] to start play.

Stop tape

playback

Press [8/x, STOP/EJECT].

Pause play

Press [9, PAUSE].

Press again to resume play.

Fast-

forward and

rewind

Press [3, REW/REV] or [5, FF/CUE] in

the stop mode.

Search for

a speciﬁ c

point

Press [3, REW/REV] (to search backward)

or [5, FF/CUE] (to search forward) during

playback.

Play is resumed when the button is released.

RecordingRecording

Use normal position tapes.

High position and metal position tapes can be used, but the

unit will not be able to record or erase them correctly.

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Preparation

Wind up the source tape so recording can begin immediately.

1 Press [0, STOP/EJECT] and insert the cassette to

be recorded.

Insert with the side to be recorded facing up and the

exposed tape facing towards you.

2 Select the source to be recorded.

Radio

Tune in the station (Z page 7).

Disc

1. Insert the disc you want to record.

Press [4/9, CD] and then [8] (stop).

2. Prepare the desired disc recording mode.

Record programmed tracks

Program the tracks you want (Z page 6).

Record speciﬁ c albums or tracks

Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired

mode (Z page 6).

Music port

Select music port (Z page 10).

3 Press [

] to start recording.

Stop recording

Press [8/x, STOP/EJECT].

Record on the

other side of

the tape

Turn the cassette over and press [

Erase a

recorded

sound

1. Press [TAPE/OFF].

2. Insert the recorded cassette.

3. Press [

Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre-

recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast

material may infringe copyright laws.

✒

Note

Changes to volume and sound quality do not affect recording.

Erasure prevention

The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent

recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown.

Side A

Tab for Side ATab for Side B

To prevent recording

Adhesive tape

To re-record

✒

Note

• Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get

caught in the mechanism.

• Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should

be wound up before the tape is played.

• Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts

if used incorrectly.

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Change the

settings

Repeat steps 1 to 4 and 6 (Z see left).

Change the

source or

volume

1. Press [# PLAY] to clear the timer

indicator from the display.

2. Make changes to the source or volume.

3. Perform steps 5 and 6 (Z see left).

Check the

settings

(when the

unit is on or in

standby mode)

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to

select # PLAY (there is no display when

the unit is powered by batteries and is in

standby mode).

Cancel

Press [# PLAY] to clear the timer indicator

from the display.

✒

Note

• The play timer will start at the preset time, with the volume

increasing gradually to the preset level.

• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer is

on.

• The unit must be in the standby mode for the timer to

function.

• If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is

functioning, the ﬁ nish time setting will not be activated.

Using the sleep timerUsing the sleep timer

This function enables you to turn off the unit automatically after

the set time except in tape mode.

Press [SLEEP] repeatedly to select your desired time

(in minutes).

To cancel

Press [SLEEP] repeatedly to select “OFF”.

Changing the remaining time

Press [SLEEP] to show the remaining time, and press [SLEEP]

again to select your desired time.

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Note

• The play and sleep timer can be used together.

• The sleep timer always has priority. Be sure not to overlap

timer settings.

Using the clock and timers

Setting the clockSetting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER].

Each time you press the button:

Original display

PLAY ON

CLOCK

2 Within 5 seconds or so

Press [2/3] or [5/6] to set the time.

Holding down the button will speed up the time selection.

3 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to ﬁ nish setting the time.

Displaying the clock

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to display the clock for few seconds.

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Note

• Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

• When the unit is in standby mode and it is powered by

batteries, clock will not be displayed.

Using the play timerUsing the play timer

You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you

up.

✒

Preparation

• Turn the unit on and set the clock.

• Prepare the music source you want to listen to; disc, radio or

music port source, and set the volume.

1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select the play

timer.

2 Within 5 seconds or so

Press [2/3] or [5/6] to set the starting time.

3 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to conﬁ rm.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the ﬁ nishing time.

To activate the timer

5 Press [# PLAY] to turn on the timer.

# PLAY

No display (off)

6 Press [TAPE/OFF] to turn off the unit.

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Using other optional equipments

Connecting to a portable audio equipmentConnecting to a portable audio equipment

This feature enables you to enjoy music from a portable audio

equipment.

Portable audio equipment

(not included)

Audio cord

(not included)

Playing a portable audio equipment

Switch off the equalizer function (if there is any) of the portable

audio equipment before you plug into the MUSIC PORT jack.

Otherwise, sound from the speaker may be distorted.

1 Plug the audio cord into the MUSIC PORT jack.

2 Press [MUSIC PORT].

3 Play the portable audio equipment. (See the portable

audio equipment’s instruction manual.)

Level adjustment

You can select the sound input level of your portable audio

equipment.

Press [INPUT LEVEL] to select your desired setting.

HI (high)

LO (low)

✒

Note

Select low if the sound is distorted when level high is activated.

Using sound effects

Changing the sound qualityChanging the sound quality

Preset EQ

Press [PRESET EQ] (main unit: [SOUND EQ]) repeatedly

to select your desired setting.

EQ1 (HEAVY)

Adds punch to rock

EQ2 (CLEAR)

Clariﬁ es higher frequencies

EQ3 (SOFT)

For background music

EQ4 (VOCAL)

Adds gloss to vocal

EQ OFF

Cancels the EQ selection

BASS or TREBLE

Enables you to enjoy the lower or higher pitch sound.

1 Press [BASS] or [TREBLE] to select your desired

setting.

2 Press [2/3] or [5/6] to adjust the level.

✒

Note

• The level of the pitch is between -4 to +4.

• Select “EQ OFF” to cancel BASS or TREBLE.

RE-MASTER

This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording

(original soundtrack) to give you a sound closer to the original.

Press [RE-MASTER] repeatedly to select either “ON R.M”

or “OFF R.M”.

Enhancing the stereo sound: Sound virtualizerEnhancing the stereo sound: Sound virtualizer

Enables you to add natural width and depth to the stereo

sound.

Press [SOUND VIRTUALIZER] to display “

”. Press the

button again to cancel.

✒

Note

• Recording is not affected by this feature.

• The actual effect depends on the source played.

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions

indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirtyIf the surfaces are dirty

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a

soap-and water solution or a weak detergent solution.

• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions

that came with the cloth carefully.

Care of tape deck’s headsCare of tape deck’s heads

Clean the heads regularly to ensure good quality playback and

recording. Use a cleaning tape (not included).

■

Common problems Page

No response when remote control buttons are pressed.

• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

• Replace the batteries if they are worn.

The unit cannot be turned on from the remote control.

• Turn the unit on from the main unit if you are using batteries to power the unit.

4, 5

Clock display is not shown when the unit is powered by batteries and is in standby mode.

• Connect to the household AC power in order to view the display.

4, 9

Distorted sound or no sound.

• Turn the volume up.

—

A “humming” sound can be heard during play.

• An AC mains lead or ﬂ uorescent light is near the unit. Keep other appliances and cords away from the unit.

—

“UO1” is displayed.

• Replace the batteries or use household AC power.

—

“F76” is displayed.

• There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.

—

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Discs

“ERROR”

• Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

—

Incorrect display or play will not start.

• You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.

• Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.

• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.

• Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

—

■

Cassette tape

Poor sound quality.

• Clean the heads.

Recording cannot be performed.

• If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape.

The cassette cannot be ejected or the deck cannot be closed when loading a cassette.

• The batteries are ﬂ at. Replace the batteries or connect to household AC power.

• Press [4, PLAY] then [8/x, STOP/EJECT].

—

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Radio

Distorted sound or noise is heard.

• Use an outdoor antenna.

—

A beat sound is heard.

• Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.

—

A low hum is heard during AM broadcast.

• Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.

—

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Panasonic Corporation

Web Site: http://panasonic.net

Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9 (2)

Panasonic Testing Centre

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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L0310LL1040

Speciﬁ cations

AMPLIFIER SECTIONAMPLIFIER SECTION

Output power 3 W x 2 (RMS 10% THD)

FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTIONFM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION

Frequency Modulation (FM)

Frequency range 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz step)

Amplitude Modulation (AM)

Frequency range 522 kHz to 1629 kHz (9 kHz step)

520 kHz to 1630 kHz (10 kHz step)

Headphone jack

Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack (32

)

Music port (front) jack

Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 k

Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack

DISC SECTIONDISC SECTION

Disc played (8 cm or 12 cm)

(1) CD-Audio (CD-DA)

(2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3

formatted disc)

(3) MP3

MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3

Bit rate

MP3 32 kbps to 320 kbps

Sampling frequency

CD 44.1 kHz

MP3 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Decoding 16 bit linear

Beam source

Semiconductor laser {wavelength 795 nm (CD)}

Frequency response 40 Hz to 20 kHz

Number of channels 2 channel, stereo

Wow and ﬂ utter Less than possible measurement data

CASSETTE DECK SECTIONCASSETTE DECK SECTION

Track system 4 track, 2 channel, stereo

Monitor system Variable sound monitor

Recording system AC bias 84 kHz

Erase system Multi Pole magnet

Overall frequency response

NORMAL 50 Hz to 12 kHz

SPEAKER SECTIONSPEAKER SECTION

Speakers Impedance 4

Full range 2 x 8 cm

Ceramic tweeter 2 x 1.5 cm

GENERALGENERAL

Power supply

AC 230 V to 240 V, 50 Hz

Battery 12 V (8 x LR14, C)

Memory back-up 6 V (4 x R6/LR6, AA)

Power consumption 15 W

Battery life (use only alkaline batteries)

Radio broadcast 9 hours

Radio recording 9 hours

CD playback 6 hours

CD recording 7 hours

Tape playback 8 hours

Dimensions (WxHxD) 408 mm x 148 mm x 271 mm

Mass 3.3 kg without batteries (3.9 kg with batteries)

Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C

Operating humidity range 35% to 80% (no condensation)

Power consumption in standby mode:

0.8 W (approximate)

✒

Note

1. Speciﬁ cations are subject to change without notice.

Mass and dimensions are approximate.

2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum

analyzer.

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Model: RXD50EB

Category: Home audio sets

Type: Owner's manual

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